• the landscapes and waterways make up the unique landscapes of this area.
• the climate varies in the region.
• there are many various resources in your country
• there are a large variety of people in your country.
• analyze a map to identify the countries of your continent
• use a time line to discuss significant events in the history of your country
• discuss how development has impacted the environment and the economy of your country
• discuss the physical geography of your country, including landforms and waterways
• describe the various climates in your country
• identify your country's natural resources and major crops
• describe indigenous populations
• discuss colonial rule in your country including resources that were valuable to colonists
• explain how your country became independent
• discuss the government of modern your country
• describe the diverse population of your country and where they live
• examine the different ethnic and language groups in your country
Performance Task
• Project-Based Learning Digital Hands-On Chapter Project
• Project-Based Learning Hands-On Chapter Project
Other Evidence
• Geography and Economics Activity
• Primary Sources Reading Skills Activity
• Geography Skills Activity
• Critical Thinking Skills Activity
• Participation in Project-Based Learning Activities
• Participation in Interactive Whiteboard Activities
• Interpretation of slide show images and special purpose maps
• Participation in class discussions
• Lesson Reviews
• Chapter Assessments
Reading Standards for Literacy in History/Social Studies
KEY IDEAS AND DETAILS
RH.6-8.1 Cite specific textual evidence to support analysis of primary and secondary sources.
RH.6-8.2 Determine the central ideas or information of a primary or secondary source; provide an accurate summary of the source distinct from prior knowledge or opinions.
RH.6-8.3 Identify key steps in a text’s description of a process related to history/social studies (e.g., how a bill becomes law, how interest rates are raised or lowered).
CRAFT AND STRUCTURE
RH.6-8.4 Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including vocabulary specific to domains related to history/social studies.
RH.6-8.5 Describe how a text presents information (e.g., sequentially, comparatively, causally).
INTEGRATION OF KNOWLEDGE AND IDEAS
RH.6-8.7 Integrate visual information (e.g., in charts, graphs, photographs, videos, or maps) with other information in print and digital texts.
RH.6-8.8 Distinguish among fact, opinion, and reasoned judgment in a text.